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"Every night I have a glass of pure milk, ten years younger is not a dream!"
When this sentence popped out of Lu Min's mouth in Evergreen Town, even she couldn't help but want to laugh. Lu Min is 49 years old, has a stable job and a simple life. A year ago, on a whim, she started the habit of drinking a glass of plain milk every night before bed, and this habit remained for a whole year.
At first, she was just because someone on the Internet said that milk can help sleep and replenish calcium. As a woman who is about to enter the age of "knowing her destiny", she is always extremely sensitive to these anti-aging tips.
Time flies, a year has passed, and Lu Min went to the hospital on time for an annual physical examination. Both she and Dr. Zhang were very surprised by the results of the physical examination - not only were her blood lipids and blood sugar well controlled, but even her bone density had improved significantly.
Dr. Zhang asked in surprise while checking the report, "Lu Min, do you have any special health care measures in the past year?"
Lu Min laughed and talked about her milk plan, and Dr. Zhang said that although it is generally believed that adults may drink milk to cause certain discomforts, such as lactose intolerance and other problems, drinking milk in moderation can indeed bring multiple benefits to the body.
Dr. Zhang also specifically mentioned a health benefit - drinking milk at night can adjust people's intestinal flora. He explains that gut health is closely linked to overall health, and that certain components in milk, such as lactoferrin, promote the growth of probiotics and help maintain intestinal balance.
Regarding the results of Lu Min's physical examination, Dr. Zhang analyzed that milk may have indirectly affected her insulin sensitivity and blood lipid levels, and the improvement of intestinal health may have a positive impact on these factors.
He details how the gut microbiota affects whole-body health by altering metabolic pathways, including lipid metabolism and glucose metabolism. Lu Min listened with relish, she originally just wanted to sleep more soundly, but she didn't expect this glass of milk to have so much added value.
Lu Min suddenly asked, "Doctor Zhang, should I continue to maintain the habit of drinking milk every night?" Dr. Zhang pointed out, although Lu Min is not obviously unwell at present.
However, it is advisable for her to make adjustments, such as considering drinking it every two days, or trying low-fat or lactose-free milk to accommodate the changes that may occur in her body as she ages.
He explained that this adjustment is based on individual differences and long-term health management considerations, while also avoiding potential allergies or lactose intolerance.
In addition to the improvement of bone density and blood lipids, Lu Min's mental state and overall vitality have also improved significantly. Interestingly, while the benefits of milk are widely disseminated, few people will notice the role that milk may play in regulating the body's circadian rhythm.
Dr. Zhang explained this to Lu Min. "Actually, drinking milk at night may also help your sleep rhythm," he says. ”
Dr. Teo went on to add that moderate milk intake, especially at night, can help boost melatonin levels, which can promote better sleep quality.
Good sleep quality has been shown to be associated with reducing the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, improving mood and enhancing immune system function.
Lu Min is also more convinced that her habits bring all-round benefits, not just bone or blood sugar improvements. Dr. Zhang also reminded Lu Min that it was necessary to continue to observe and adjust her eating habits.
He suggested that Lu Min try to record his sleep patterns to see if there are any further improvements, or if there are any things that need to be adjusted.
Lu Min decided to share this new knowledge with her friends, and at the same time, she will continue to pay attention to her health and flexibly adjust her lifestyle habits in pursuit of a better quality of life.
This kind of scientific and personalized health management method is exactly what modern people need more and more.
What do you think about drinking a glass of pure milk every day before going to bed?